Viktor vs Zilean MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

Viktor vs Zilean MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Overview

Prioritize farming and evolving your abilities to outscale Zilean's utility and revive.
Keep the wave on your side to limit Zilean's bomb placement and poke angles.
Avoid extended trades early to reduce risk from Zilean's double bomb stun and speed boosts.

Trading pattern

Trade short bursts using and shield, keeping ready to disengage.
Punish Zilean's bomb cooldown by stepping forward after he uses or for wave clear.
Avoid committing when is up, as it negates your burst damage.

Danger windows

Respect Zilean's double bomb stun combo, especially on slowed or clustered targets.
Avoid standing in minion waves where Zilean can land bombs for guaranteed stuns.
Be cautious when is available, as it can nullify your burst and turn fights.

Early game

Use level 3 to poke safely with while avoiding double bomb setups.
Back off when Zilean gains lane priority through coordinated bomb and speed trades.
Avoid overextending early to prevent getting caught by stun combos.

Power spikes

Level 6 unlocks , enabling stronger all-ins or defensive resets; track its cooldown closely.
Completing first item and evolving boosts poke and wave control, increasing trade threat.
Level 3 grants better poke and field control but avoid forcing trades until major spikes.

Win conditions

Scale through safe farming and item evolution to dominate teamfights with zone control.
Use to zone and disengage from Zilean's bomb zones, minimizing stun opportunities.
Exploit cooldown windows on Zilean's bombs and to force favorable trades or roams.

Tactical tip

For Viktor vs Zilean, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Mid lane check.

Updated Jun 27, 2026